“Alright, I’ll book the tickets right away.”
Xiao Zhan responded and quickly entered the villa.
As soon as he left, Su Luo Ying threw herself into Ye Qiu’s arms and said, “To make me the Medical Saint, you gave them four thousand-year-old spiritual herbs. Isn’t that too great a cost?”
Ye Qiu replied, “For you, I’m willing to do anything.”
Hearing this, Su Luo Ying was deeply moved, wishing she could drag Ye Qiu to practise the Art of Intimate Harmony right then.
“Ye Qiu, rest assured, I won’t let you down,” Su Luo Ying said earnestly.
“I believe in you,” Ye Qiu said. “Luo Ying, you’re about to become the first female Medical Saint in the history of Chinese medicine. You’ll surely attract widespread attention. Just stay true to your original intent to heal and save lives. Don’t pay too much mind to outside opinions.”
Ye Qiu knew that once Su Luo Ying became the Medical Saint, she would face much criticism and doubt.
After all, she was too young and too beautiful, which would draw attention to her appearance and overshadow her medical skills.
Su Luo Ying said, “I understand what you mean. Don’t worry, I know what to do.”
“That’s for the best,” Ye Qiu said. “If you encounter trouble in the future, you can ask Sister Lin and the others for help. The four National Medical Sages and Master Sun will also fully support you.”
Su Luo Ying, reluctant to let Ye Qiu leave, hugged him tightly and asked, “When will you return from the capital this time?”
Ye Qiu said, “I should be back soon.”
“I’ll wait for you~” Su Luo Ying stood on her tiptoes and kissed Ye Qiu.
Ye Qiu gently reciprocated.
Suddenly, Ye Qiu raised an eyebrow, released Su Luo Ying, stared at the door, and shouted, “Who’s there?”
“Well, well, sharp senses!” A familiar voice sounded at the door, followed by the sudden appearance of Long-Brow Immortal.
The old man had shed his usual scruffy look. His hair was tied with a wooden hairpin, he wore a clean black Taoist robe, held a whisk, and his white brows fluttered, resembling an ancient sage.
Ye Qiu glanced at him and was surprised to notice a change in Long-Brow Immortal’s aura, giving him the air of a transcendent master.
“It seems this old fellow’s cultivation has advanced quite a bit after returning to Dragon-Tiger Mountain.”
Seeing Long-Brow Immortal appear out of nowhere, Su Luo Ying’s face flushed, and she quickly hid behind Ye Qiu.
Long-Brow Immortal chuckled, “No need to be shy, Miss Su. This old Taoist saw nothing. Carry on, carry on!”
His words made Su Luo Ying blush even more, too embarrassed to lift her head.
“Old man, why are you here so soon?” Ye Qiu asked.
“Dragon-Tiger Mountain’s affairs are settled, so I came,” Long-Brow Immortal said with a grin. “Little rascal, don’t you notice anything different about me this time?”
Ye Qiu shook his head, “No.”
Long-Brow Immortal shamelessly said, “Little rascal, haven’t you noticed I’ve become more handsome?”
Ye Qiu replied, “I haven’t noticed you getting more handsome, just more shameless than before.”
Pfft—
Su Luo Ying burst into laughter.
Long-Brow Immortal wasn’t upset and said, “Little rascal, there’s still over half a month before entering the cultivation world. I assume you’ll head to the capital before that. When are you going?”
“This afternoon,” Ye Qiu said.
“Great, book me a ticket. I’ll go with you,” Long-Brow Immortal said.
Ye Qiu was puzzled, “What are you going to the capital for?”
Long-Brow Immortal said, “I heard there’s a new place in the capital called Better Than Paradise, with lovely young ladies and even foreign beauties. I want to check it out.”
Ye Qiu scolded, “A dog can’t stop eating filth.”
“Hahaha, I’m joking,” Long-Brow Immortal said. “I’m the head of a sect and now a master of the King realm. How could vulgar women catch my eye? Truth is, I’m going to collect a debt.”
He continued, “Elder Tang promised to help rebuild Dragon-Tiger Mountain, but some funds haven’t arrived yet. Before I leave, I need to secure that money.”
Ye Qiu said, “A gentleman’s word is his bond. Elder Tang is a national leader. If he promised you, he won’t go back on it.”
“Regardless, I need to secure the funds before heading to the cultivation world,” Long-Brow Immortal said, then asked, “Little rascal, where’s your cousin?”
“Why do you want him?” Ye Qiu countered.
Long-Brow Immortal said, “Qian Duoduo told me last time he’d take me for tea.”
Ye Qiu frowned. Since when did Qian Duoduo like tea?
“He’s back in Suzhou-Hangzhou,” Ye Qiu said.
“Back already?” Long-Brow Immortal looked disappointed. “What a pity. He said next time I came, he’d take me to try new tea. Looks like I missed my chance.”
Ye Qiu’s face darkened, “Old man, is this ‘new tea’ you’re talking about legitimate?”
“Of course it’s legitimate,” Long-Brow Immortal said. “Your cousin said new tea with premium abalone is a heavenly delight.”
Ye Qiu’s face turned as dark as a pot. He thought, “Well played, Qian Duoduo. I’ll deal with you when I visit Grandfather before leaving!”
…
At three in the afternoon, the plane landed at the capital airport.
When Ye Qiu, Long-Brow Immortal, and Xiao Zhan disembarked, Qilin had been waiting for a while.
“Gate Master!”
Qilin stepped forward and said to Ye Qiu, “I’m here to pick you up.”
Ye Qiu nodded slightly and asked Long-Brow Immortal, “I’m heading to Dragon Gate headquarters. Where are you going?”
“To find Elder Tang,” Long-Brow Immortal said.
“Is it on the way?” Ye Qiu asked Qilin.
Qilin replied, “Yes.”
“Good, let’s go. Leave the old man behind,” Ye Qiu said, getting into the car with Xiao Zhan and driving off.
“You little rascal, abandoning me? So heartless!” Long-Brow Immortal cursed loudly.
Moments later, a car stopped in front of him, and a Dragon Gate disciple in black stepped out.
“Senior, I’m here on the Gate Master’s orders to take you to Elder Tang,” the disciple said.
“I knew that little rascal wouldn’t leave me hanging.”
Instantly, Long-Brow Immortal grinned broadly, like a blooming chrysanthemum.
…
When Ye Qiu arrived at Dragon Gate headquarters, Cao Qingcheng, leading several Dragon Envoys, greeted him at the entrance.
After not seeing her for a while, Cao Qingcheng looked even more stunning.
“Gate Master!”
As Ye Qiu stepped out of the car, everyone bowed in respect.
“No need for formalities.”
Ye Qiu walked straight into Dragon Gate headquarters, and they all sat in the main hall.
Ye Qiu sat in the central grand chair, his gaze sweeping over everyone’s faces before he said, “I had Qingcheng summon you all because I have a few matters to announce.”
“First matter.”
“I’ve decided to step down as Dragon Gate Master. Cao Qingcheng will take over as the leader of Dragon Gate!”
